Trump instructs Pentagon to reduce joint military exercises with South Korea
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Donald Trump, Kim Jong Un, South Korean government
South Korea, United States
August 16, 2026
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President Trump ordered a reduction in joint military exercises with South Korea. Trump expressed dissatisfaction with the exercises, citing costs and his relationship with Kim Jong Un. The decision follows South Korea's refusal to join US actions against Iran.
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